Dakota County, MN — Threat Level Today
As of Oct 14, 06:15 AM ET, Dakota County, Minnesota is at NORMAL (6/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Santiago fire 60.5 mi away (151 acres, 80% contained).
Updated Oct 14, 06:15 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
6 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ Santiago fire 60.5 mi away (151 acres, 80% contained)
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | Santiago 60.5 mi · Nelson Rd 74.2 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M2.9 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Midwest at 71.5% of 7-day peak · 0% of Minnesota customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Minnesota |
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